Getting pedalling is the hardest step — and it’s perfectly fine not to want to ride like an Olympian. This guide gives practical tips for new riders on saddle soreness, comfortable bike fit (yes — it’s OK to set the seat low), gears, braking and low-stress routes. If you’d like hands-on practice, join Back On Your Bike at our cycling training centre — a short, traffic-free session designed for everybody who rides for transport and comfort.

Pedal Set Go is working with everyday riders across Sydney, three truths can comfortably sit together: Legal e‑bikes are safe by design when used as intended. Most of the risk sits in streets and systems designed around heavy, fast motor vehicles. The rest is about habits and skills – which is the part we can directly help with.This blog unpacks: What a legal e‑bike actually is in NSWWhy legal e‑bikes and regular bikes move at similar speeds in real life. How media framing hides the real causes of harm. The role of rider skills – braking, low‑speed control and “lurchy” take‑offs. How our private Confident City Rider course supports e‑bike riders with real‑world practice in Sydney

Learn to Ride for Seniors in Sydney: Safe, Supported Cycling with Pedal Set Go

Getting older does not mean giving up bikes. In fact, for many Sydney seniors, riding a bicycle or e‑bike is one of the most practical ways to stay active, connected, and independent.

At Pedal Set Go, a lot of our “new” riders are in their 50s, 60s, and 70s. Some never learned to ride. Some are returning after decades away. Others are trying an e‑bike so they can keep moving despite health conditions or mobility changes.

This post is for older adults (and the people who care about them) who are curious about cycling but worried about falls, osteoporosis, or e‑bike safety in NSW. We will walk through why seniors might want to ride more, what the real risks are, and how our learn‑to‑ride and e‑bike safety sessions reduce those risks while keeping the joy.

People love to say “it’s just like riding a bike”, as if once you have learned, you are set for life. In reality, lots of adults never learned properly in the first place, or have been riding for years with habits that make riding harder or less safe – saddle too low, always hugging the gutter, grabbing one brake, or looking down at the front wheel. An online module or video cannot see and correct those habits. A real-life instructor can watch what is happening in your body and your bike, then make small adjustments that completely change how stable and relaxed riding feels.

Child gliding on a pedal bike set up as a balance bike—seat lowered, pedals removed, feet flat for control.

E-bikes are transforming transport across NSW, but new rules are rolling in. From February 2025, all e-bikes and batteries must meet safety standards — and by 2026, certified labelling will be mandatory. This guide breaks down what’s legal, what’s safe, and how to avoid risks like fire, fines, or unusable gear. Plus, we explain why even confident riders benefit from a refresher in e-bike handling, especially with the extra speed and weight that come with a motor.

Looking for safe and enjoyable Sydney guided rides or a well-structured Bike Bus? At Pedal Set Go, our professional bike educators lead expertly planned group rides, ensuring predictability, safety, and confidence on the road. Our bike buses and guided rides keep riders moving smoothly as a unit, minimising risks and maximising the pleasure of cycling in a group. With routes designed for visibility and efficiency, we help you ride with skill, avoid common mistakes, and navigate traffic safely. Join a professionally led ride today and experience the best of Sydney cycling!

E-Bike Safety

E-bike riding has surged across the Northern Beaches and Eastern Suburbs, with more families choosing them for commuting, school runs, and weekend adventures. While e-bikes offer a fun and efficient way to get around, safety and compliance with NSW road rules are essential, particularly for children.

NSW law permits up to 500-watt e-bikes, but motor assistance must cut off at 25 km/h. Throttle use is restricted, with only low-speed throttles up to 6 km/h allowed. Parents play a crucial role in ensuring their child's e-bike is legally compliant. Modifying or “jailbreaking” an e-bike to exceed power or speed limits is illegal and poses serious safety risks.